Hosea 12:5

And the Lord is the God of hosts, the Lord is his name!

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Even the LORD God of hosts; the LORD is his memorial.

In Context

4He wrestled with the angel and prevailed, he wept and sought his blessing. At Bethel the Lord found him, and there he spoke with us.

6So now, by the help of your God, return. Keep true love and justice. Trust in your God without ceasing.

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Cross References

Genesis 32:30Jacob called the place Penuel, for he said, “I have seen God face to face, and my life has been saved.”

Matthew Henry on Hosea 12:2-7

The Crimes of Israel and Judah; Expostulations with Israel. ( b. c. 723.) 1 Ephraim feedeth on wind, and followeth after the east wind: he daily increaseth lies and desolation; and they do make a covenant with the Assyrians, and oil is carried into Egypt. 2 The Lord hath also a controversy with Judah, and will punish Jacob according to his ways; according to his doings will he recompense him. 3 He took his brother by the heel in the womb, and by his strength he had power with God: 4 Yea, he had power over the… Read the whole commentary →

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